March weather forecast
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

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Weather in March

Gearing into March, the city sees a slight shift in the prevailing weather patterns from the preceding two months. The warm temperatures preserve the amiable outdoor environment, complemented by conditions that are slightly less windy compared to February. It is worth noting that humidity levels remain almost unchanged, painting an almost similar picture of warmth and comfort. In March, significant temperature variations are recorded, with temperatures dropping down slightly from 28°C (82.4°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F) at the higher end and from 16.3°C (61.3°F) to 14.9°C (58.8°F) on the lower end. This weather status ushers in April with similar characteristics, save for a more significant drop in temperatures.

Temperature

March's arrival in Oudtshoorn brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 14.9°C (58.8°F) marks the nights throughout March.

Humidity

January and March, with an average relative humidity of 64%, are the most humid months in Oudtshoorn, South Africa.

Rainfall

March, May and December are months with the least rain in Oudtshoorn when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of rain.

Daylight

In Oudtshoorn, South Africa, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of March, in Oudtshoorn, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:27 SAST.

Sunshine

In Oudtshoorn, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

In Oudtshoorn, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Oudtshoorn?

In Oudtshoorn, 26.3°C (79.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 14.9°C (58.8°F) is the average low-temperature during March. In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the most humid month in Oudtshoorn?

The months with the highest humidity in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in March in Oudtshoorn?

In Oudtshoorn, the average relative humidity in March is 64%.

What is the driest month in Oudtshoorn?

The months with the least rainfall in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, are March, May and December Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 11mm (0.43") of rain.

How much does it rain in Oudtshoorn in March?

In Oudtshoorn, during March, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Oudtshoorn?

The average day length in March is 12h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Oudtshoorn?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of the month, in Oudtshoorn, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:27 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Oudtshoorn?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Oudtshoorn?

In Oudtshoorn, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average temperature in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (16.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average pressure in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average wind speed in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average humidity in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (60%).

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Average rainfall in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average rainfall in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (18mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, May and December (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average rainfall days in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (9.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average sunshine days in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average UV index in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average cloud cover in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in March
Oudtshoorn, South Africa

Average visibility in March - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and July (9km).

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